The Cobb County Bar Association presented a total of $19,000 in scholarships to five recipients on Law Day last week. The scholarship winners are, left to right Patrick Sherman, MacKenzie Roux, Cassidy Flood, Sarah Dickerson and Keasia Jones.Special to the MDJ

Quote: “I hope to work at state or federal level as an investigator. I hope to combine my love for psychology and criminal justice to aid investigations. My end goal would be to work with the FBI on high profile cases.”

Quote: “Each and every day I strive to be a better person. ... It is because of the compassion myself and my family was shown … that has truly inspired me to become more compassionate and caring … and accepting of the strife of others…”

Keasia Jones

Accepted into: Benedict College

Quote: “I want to do something that impacts someone’s life. Helping offenders build better lives is an essential part of protecting other people from becoming victims.”

MacKenzie Roux

Accepted into: Kennesaw State University; and Georgia College and State University

Quote: “My aunt is a guardian ad litem attorney advocate for the state of North Carolina, and I have watched her help many children over the years. She has inspired me to do the same.”

Patrick Sherman

Accepted into: Kennesaw State University and Jacksonville State University

Quote: “For as long as I can remember, I wanted to be in a career where I could serve others. I joined the Army National Guard when I was 17 and still a junior in high school. I was accepted into the MPD Explorer Program. It is why I want a career in law enforcement.”

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